2000 Peugeot Kart Up vs. 2012 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Kart Up would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Kart Up.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot Kart Up has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Peugeot Kart Up 2012 GMC Sierra
Make Peugeot GMC
Model Kart Up Sierra
Year Released 2000 2012
Engine Size 2945 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 413 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 4-speed automatic
Vehicle Length 3290 mm 5847 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1875 mm


 

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